First Fridays - Gadsden features wine and beer tastings, food vendors, and live entertainment. Downtown vendors stay open late and the scene is vibrant and filled with fun for families and those looking for a little romance. Takes place the first Friday of every month. downtowngadsden.com

Third Fridays - Decatur lights up downtown from April to December to feature late night shopping with store specials and live entertainment. Buses run from Bank Street to 2nd Avenue so you won’t miss a minute of the fun.

First Fridays in Florence - experience the wonderfully festive atmosphere of First Fridays in Downtown Florence! On the first Friday of each month from March through December. www.firstfridaysflorence.org